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Description:
A thrilling getaway designed to provide you with an extreme adventure motorcycle experience. We commence from Manali into Lahaul valley through Atal Tunnel and continue to the infamous Shingo La mountain pass of the pristine Zanskar valley. we have an excursion to magestic Phugtal Monastery which is 1 hour walk each ways and continue the ride to district centre, Padam.
The charm of the ride is newly opened Padam- Zanskar road via Lingshed and visit Singe-La on the way and ride to visit Sirsir-La, and we ride back to Padam. while returning back we spend a night in tents at Gombo rangjom right below the Sinkula pass. Since this journey leads us on wild gravel trails, your partner may have to be in the back-up jeep while off-roading.
You’re all requested to show up at the Himalayan Country House in Old Manali to kick off the fully guided expedition from Manali and back to Manali. This entire adventure will be conducted on Royal Enfield Himalayan.
Quick Look
Day 01: Reporting day in Manali: Test Ride -1
Day 02: Manali- Purney over shinkula pass (5100m): Ride -2
Day 03: Purney- Padam, visit: Phugtar Monastery 1 hr hike each way) Ride -3
Day 04: Padam -Photoksar via Lingshed and Singe-La: Ride -4
Day 05: Photoksar- Padam visit Sisir-La, Ride-5
Day 06: Padam- Gombo Rangzom/ Jispa, Visit Karsha Monastery: Ride -6
Day 07: Gombo – Manali over Shinkula: Ride -7
Day 08: Free day & Evening Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Reporting day in Manali: Test Ride -1
Report at manali hotel. In the afternoon you’ll visit Manu Temple, Hadimba temple & Mall road. Return back to hotel for the night
Meals: Dinner Only
Day 02: Manali- Purney over Shinkula pass (5100m): Ride -2
After an early breakfast we start our journey, we ride through Atal Tunnel to Lahaul valley and further to Jispa and Darcha. We ascend to Shinkula which is 5100 meters in evelvation. Shinkula is gateway to Zanskar and we descend to the valley and ride continuously till we reach Purney Village where we stay in Home stay here for the night. Road Condition: Tarmac till the pass and off road, water crossing & rocky patches
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 03: Purney- Padam, visit: Phugtar Monastery 1 hr hike each way): Ride- 3
Before heading to Padam the subdivision headquarter of Zanskar and the main town of Zanskar, we take a hike to Phugtar Monastery which is 1 hour away from Purney. The walk is along the bank of Tsarp-chu River and so the monastery is carved at the bank. Visit the monastery and hike back till parking area and start the ride for around 2 hours to reach padam. Check-in at the guest house and rest for the night here. Road Condition: Hike for 1 hour each way & off road, rocky patches & tarmac before reaching padam.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 04: Padam -Photoksar via Lingshed and Singe-La: Ride -4
Today after an early breakfast we ride to Photoksar .It will be a complete off road ride till Photoksar. It is a remote village located in the Khalsi tehsil. While riding to Photoksar we will pass through Lingshed and Singe-La. Night in Tents at Photoksar. Road Condition: Complete off Road
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 05: Photoksar- Padam visit Sirsir-La, Ride-5
Today we leave back to Padam . On the way we visit Sisir-La which is at an elevation of 4,565 meters above sea level. Sirsir Pass is a beautiful pass that gives you panoramic view of Zanskar valley from the peak. Sirsir La Pass Ladakh is one of the seven passes to traverse on the track from Phanjila towards Padam. Road Condition: Complete off Road
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 06: Padam- Gombo Rangzom/ Jispa, Visit Karsha Monastery: Ride -5
Today onwards our return journey begins and before leaveing padam we will visit Sheela waterfall and start our journey back. We spend the night in tents at Gombo Rangzom and visit Kargyak Village for the Dinner & Breakfast the next day. Night you can spend star-gazing. Road Condition: Mix road condition of tarmac, rocky patches & off road
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 07: Gombo – Manali over Shinkula: Ride- 6
We ascend to shinkula pass again and drive toward Manali. it’ll be a drive of around 4-5hrs but on the way you can visit Sissu and Solang and get induldge in the various activities. Check in at your hotel in the evening followed with dinner. Road Condition: Mix road condition of tarmac, rocky patches & off road
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 08: Free day & Evening Departure
It’s a free day to shopping and rest in Manali. Our car will drop you at bus stand in the evening for your further departure.
Meals: Only Breakfast
Cost
The cost is based on minimum 10 Riders.
Vehicle Passanger/ Pillion Cost: 35,000/-
COST INCLUDE
Accommodation on Double/ Triple sharing
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Motorcycle 500cc model and fuel.
Road Captain on motorcycle throughout the Ride.
Mechanic with all necessary spare parts.
Backup van to carry luggage and spare parts.
Special Inner line permits for restricted area.
Medical kit with Oxygen Cylinder.
GST 5%
COST EXCLUDE
Lunch for entire journey
Breakfast on day 1 & Dinner on last day
Pickup & drop at Manali bus stand
Mineral water or any sort of Beverages
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses
Tipping
Alcohol drinks.
Any damage to the motorcycle must be covered by the rider in full
Cost occurred due to change in program due to unforeseen circumstance like: road blocks, restriction
Map
Landmark/Highlights
Ride to Discover Zanskar
Ride from tarmac to off-road
Witness majestic Hanging glaciers
Feels the vibe of majestic Mt. Gombo Rangjom
Beautiful Phugtar Monastery, Carved on the Mountain
Off road ride from Padam -Photoksar via Lingshed and Singe-La Scenic
Landscapes of Zanskar Valley
Visit Karsha Monastery and the view of Padam Town that if offers